Definition
ASD Barletta 1922 (Associazione Sportiva Dilettantistica Barletta 1922) is an Italian amateur football club based in the city of Barletta, in the Apulia region. The club traces its origins to a foundation year of 1922 and currently competes in the lower tiers of the Italian football league system.
Overview
The club was originally established in 1922 under the name “Barletta Calcio” and has undergone several reorganizations and name changes throughout its history, most recently adopting the “ASD” (amateur sports association) designation. After financial difficulties led to the dissolution of the professional entity that had competed in Serie C, the amateur successor was formed to preserve the team’s local identity and traditions. ASD Barletta 1922 plays its home matches at the Stadio Otto Rifondosa, a municipal stadium with a capacity of approximately 7 000 spectators. The team typically participates in regional amateur leagues, such as the Eccellenza Apulia, which constitute the fifth level of Italian football.
Etymology / Origin
- ASD: An acronym for Associazione Sportiva Dilettantistica, the legal form used in Italy for non‑professional sports clubs.
- Barletta: The name of the city in the province of Barletta‑Andria‑Trani, Apulia, where the club is based.
- 1922: The year in which the original football organization was founded, retained in the club’s current title to emphasize historical continuity.
Characteristics
- League Participation: Competes in the Eccellenza Apulia (regional amateur league).
- Home Ground: Stadio Otto Rifondosa, Barletta; capacity ~7 000.
- Team Colours: Blue and white, traditionally displayed on home kits.
- Organizational Structure: Operates as an amateur sports association, governed by a president and a board of directors elected by club members.
- Community Role: Serves as a focal point for local sports engagement, youth development programs, and community events in Barletta.
Related Topics
- Italian football league system
- Eccellenza (Italian football)
- Barletta (city)
- Associazione Sportiva Dilettantistica (ASD)
- Stadio Otto Rifondosa
Note: While the existence of ASD Barletta 1922 and its basic attributes are documented in publicly available sources, detailed historical records of specific seasons, managerial changes, and financial data may vary and are not exhaustively verified in this entry.